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Jonathan Woolfson, MD - Founder & Medical Director

LASIK EXPERIENCE: 

Dr. Woolfson has performed over 70,000 LASIK procedures, making him one of the most experienced LASIK surgeons in North America. More than 300 eye doctors have chosen him to perform their own LASIK surgery. Other LASIK patients of his include Hale Irwin (PGA and Senior PGA Tour) and many other professional athletes from across the country.

TRAINING: 

Dr. Woolfson received his medical degree from Vanderbilt University and completed his ophthalmology residency and internship at Emory University. In 1994 and 1995 (prior to FDA approval of laser vision correction), he fellowship trained abroad with Michael Kritzinger, MD, internationally acclaimed excimer laser pioneer. Upon FDA approval, Dr. Woolfson returned to the United States and began his career as a LASIK surgeon.

FDA CLINICAL STUDIES: 

Several companies, including VisX, Inc. and Lasersight Technologies, have selected Dr. Woolfson to be a clinical investigator for their equipment. In addition, he has served as a national proctor, providing training and certification to more than 100 LASIK surgeons in North America. In fact, VisX has honored him as the recipient of the prestigious VisX Star award for three consecutive years.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND MEMBERSHIPS: 

Dr. Woolfson is a Board certified ophthalmic surgeon with memberships in the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the International Society of Refractive Surgery and the American Medical Association. He has presented at both national and international optometry and ophthalmology meetings, having been asked to speak about his extensive LASIK experience. In fact, a large part of his practice involves treating complex cases and patients who have previously had LASIK at other facilities.

"As founder and Medical Director of Custom Laser Eye, now Woolfson Eye Institute, I am proud to offer a Lifetime Assurance to our qualified patients. We are confident in the stability of our patients' visual outcome over the long term and believe that this program provides the assurance that patients deserve when making this important decision about who to trust with their eyes. The fact that so many eye doctors have asked me to perform their LASIK surgery is the biggest compliment I could receive."


  • More than 300 eye doctors have chosen him to perform their own LASIK surgery
  • One of the most experienced LASIK surgeons in North America
  • Recipient of the prestigious VisX Star award for 3 consecutive years
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"I was wowed and amazed at how clear my vision became after my LASIK surgery at Woolfson Eye Institute. I did my research and was glad to find that Dr. Woolfson is the premier surgeon for North America. The staff was knowledgeable and courteous. I could not have chosen a better doctor in which to place my trust and care of my eyes. Thanks for giving me back my youthful vision of 19!"

-Kate



"Not knowing that much about LASIK eye surgery, I was scared. However, Dr. Woolfson's staff placed my mind, heart, and family at ease. I can't believe how quick and thorough the procedure was. I had both of my eyes done and was surprised at the results! Going from a 20/50 eyesight to 20/25 was mind blowing. I can now read bedtime stories to my grandchildren without squinting!"

-Rebecca



"Great doctor! He really listened to situation and gave me the best solution with my eyes. I went to another center here in Atlanta for a second opinion and quickly realized how professional and nice the Woolfson staff was. Not only do you get a great doctor but also a great staff and nurses. I have been recommending Dr. Woolfson to all of my La Crosse friends!"

-David

 
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